Positive talk
Teachers across the school began to take notice, commenting on his improved attitude. “He’s been much more focused lately,” one teacher mentioned during lunch. “I’ve seen him helping out—it’s a nice change,” another added. Each passing day nurtured a growing sense of hope that this shift might be more than fleeting. The possibility of a true transformation no longer felt so improbable.
Positive Talk
A private meeting
The boy’s father requested to meet me shortly after, and I agreed, intrigued by his intentions. During our conversation, he confessed, “I’ve been watching him closely.” It was clear this was a significant step for both of them—something he had likely contemplated for some time. His expression carried a blend of concern and hope, a mixture that left me feeling cautiously optimistic.
A Private Meeting
